BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Cancer Support Community VVSB - ECPv6.16.5.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://cancersupportvvsb.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Cancer Support Community VVSB REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260730T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260730T130000 DTSTAMP:20260624T165350Z CREATED:20260624T165350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T165350Z UID:10014383-1785412800-1785416400@cancersupportvvsb.org SUMMARY:ONLINE WORKSHOP SERIES: Managing Anxiety and Depression During Cancer Treatment (2-part series) DESCRIPTION:  \n\nManaging Anxiety and Depression During Cancer Treatment (2-part series) \nDate: Thursday\, July 16th and July 30th\, 2026Time: 12:00pm-1:00pmLocation: Online via ZoomRSVP: Form below \n\n\nSession 1: Managing Anxiety During Cancer Treatment-July 16 \nA cancer diagnosis and treatment journey can bring overwhelming feelings of uncertainty\, fear\, and stress. This workshop is designed to help individuals navigate anxiety in a practical way. \nSession 2: Depression and Cancer: Recognizing the Signs-July 30 \nWhile feelings of sadness\, fear\, and uncertainty are normal\, persistent or worsening emotional distress may signal depression. This presentation explores the often-overlooked connection between cancer and depression\, and emphasizing the importance of early recognition and intervention. \n\n\nSpeaker: Dr. Scott Irwin is currently the Director of Cedars-Sinai Cancer’s Patient and Family Support Program and a Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences within Cedars-Sinai Health System. He also serves as a consultant to two medical corporations and industry. His career mostly focuses on improving outcomes for those with cancer or other progressive\, potentially life-limiting illnesses\, and their families\, through leading-edge clinical services\, ongoing research\, as well as program development\, improvement\, and implementation. Dr. Irwin earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of California\, Los Angeles\, and both his MD and PhD (neuroscience) at the University of Illinois\, Urbana-Champaign. \nZoom link provided upon registration. \n\n\nDownload the flyer here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Managing Anxiety and Depression During Cancer Treatment\n \n \n Personal InformationName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)How did you hear about this workshop?(Required)Select OneCSC Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara's weekly newsletter "Community Connect"CSC Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara's websiteSocial mediaDoctor's officeCommunity centerFamily/FriendVolunteer/Staff memberOtherCancer Support Community South BayCancer Support Community Los AngelesCancer Support Community Greater San Gabriel ValleyI plan to join virtually on(select all that apply):(Required)\n \n Thursday\, July 16th\n \n \n Thursday\, July 30th\n Additional Program InformationThe following information will ONLY be used for funding purposes and program assessment with NO identifying information.Zip Code(Required)I am a(Required)Person who has cancerPerson who had cancerSupport person/family memberBereaved person (who has lost a loved one to cancer)Healthcare professionalOtherGender Identity(Required)ManNonbinaryTransmanTranswomanWomanOtherRace/Ethnicity(Required)\n \n Asian/Pacific Islander\n \n \n Black/African American (non-Hispanic)\n \n \n Black-Hispanic\n \n \n American Indian/Alaska Native/First Nations\n \n \n White-Hispanic\n \n \n White (non-Hispanic)\n \n \n Other\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  URL:https://cancersupportvvsb.org/event/online-workshop-series-managing-anxiety-and-depression-during-cancer-treatment-2-part-series/2026-07-30/ CATEGORIES:Workshop and Social Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260806T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260806T133000 DTSTAMP:20260721T224157Z CREATED:20260721T224157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T224157Z UID:10014932-1786017600-1786023000@cancersupportvvsb.org SUMMARY:IN-PERSON WORKSHOP: Start the Conversation: Advance Directives for You & Your Family DESCRIPTION:  \n\nStart the Conversation: Advance Directives for You & Your Family \nDate: Thursday\, August 6\, 2026Time: 12:00 – 1:30 pmLocation: CSCVVSB Office\, 4195 E Thousand Oaks Blvd.\, #107 Westlake Village\, CA 91362RSVP: Form below \nWorkshop Description:This informative session will help you prepare for both expected and unexpected end-of-life situations. Learn the importance of planning ahead and how to complete advanced healthcare directive forms with confidence. All attendees will receive a free copy of The Caregivers’ Path to Compassionate Decision Making—a practical guide to navigating difficult decisions with clarity and compassion. Registration is required. \nPresenter Information:  Brenda Birdwell\, MSW\, is Cancer Support Community’s support group facilitator and a Family Consultant at Coast Caregiver Resource Center. Teri Helton\, MSN\, PHN\, RN\, with experience as a hospice nurse\, program manager\, educator\, and a past chair of the Ventura County Coalition for Compassionate Care. Jordana Lawrence is with the Alzheimer’s Association\, whose mother had dementia and cancer.  \nClick here to download the flyer. \nPlease fill out the form below to register. Should you have any questions please email programs@cancersupportvvsb.org or call the office at 805-379-4777 \n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n 8/6: Start the Conversation\n \n \n Personal InformationName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)How did you hear about this workshop?(Required)Select OneCSC Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara's weekly newsletter "Community Connect"CSC Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara's websiteSocial mediaDoctor's officeCommunity centerFamily/FriendVolunteer/Staff memberOtherCancer Support Community South BayCancer Support Community Los AngelesCancer Support Community Greater San Gabriel ValleyAdditional Program InformationThe following information will ONLY be used for funding purposes and program assessment with NO identifying information.Zip Code(Required)I am a(Required)Person who has cancerPerson who had cancerSupport person/family memberBereaved person (who has lost a loved one to cancer)Healthcare professionalOtherGender Identity(Required)ManNonbinaryTransmanTranswomanWomanOtherRace/Ethnicity(Required)\n \n Asian/Pacific Islander\n \n \n Black/African American (non-Hispanic)\n \n \n Black-Hispanic\n \n \n American Indian/Alaska Native/First Nations\n \n \n White-Hispanic\n \n \n White (non-Hispanic)\n \n \n Other\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  URL:https://cancersupportvvsb.org/event/in-person-workshop-start-the-conversation-advance-directives-for-you-your-family-2/ CATEGORIES:Workshop and Social Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260817T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260817T190000 DTSTAMP:20260707T160137Z CREATED:20260707T155717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T160137Z UID:10014649-1786989600-1786993200@cancersupportvvsb.org SUMMARY:Summer Comedy Night DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nSummer Comedy Night \n\nDate: Monday\, August 17\, 2026Time: 6:00 – 7:00 pmLocation: CSCVVSB Office\, 4195 E Thousand Oaks Blvd.\, #107 Westlake Village\, CA 91362RSVP: Form below \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLaugh the night away with professional stand-up comedy for you and your friends! Coordinated by CSCVVSB friend & supporter Jason Love. Space is limited\, so registration is mandatory! \n\n\nDownload the flyer here. \n\n  \n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n 8/17 Summer Comedy Night Registration\n \n \n Personal InformationName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)How did you hear about this workshop?(Required)Select OneCSC Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara's weekly newsletter "Community Connect"CSC Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara's websiteSocial mediaDoctor's officeCommunity centerFamily/FriendVolunteer/Staff memberOtherCancer Support Community South BayCancer Support Community Los AngelesCancer Support Community Greater San Gabriel ValleyAdditional Program InformationThe following information will ONLY be used for funding purposes and program assessment with NO identifying information.Zip Code(Required)I am a(Required)Person who has cancerPerson who had cancerSupport person/family memberBereaved person (who has lost a loved one to cancer)Healthcare professionalOtherGender Identity(Required)ManNonbinaryTransmanTranswomanWomanOtherRace/Ethnicity(Required)\n \n Asian/Pacific Islander\n \n \n Black/African American (non-Hispanic)\n \n \n Black-Hispanic\n \n \n American Indian/Alaska Native/First Nations\n \n \n White-Hispanic\n \n \n White (non-Hispanic)\n \n \n Other\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  URL:https://cancersupportvvsb.org/event/summer-comedy-night-2/ CATEGORIES:Special Event,Workshop and Social Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260820T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260820T130000 DTSTAMP:20260722T160751Z CREATED:20260722T160751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T160751Z UID:10014958-1787227200-1787230800@cancersupportvvsb.org SUMMARY:ONLINE WORKSHOP: California’s End of Life Option Act: What to Expect DESCRIPTION:  \n\nCalifornia’s End of Life Option Act: What to Expect \nDate: Thursday\, August 20\, 2026Time: 12:00pm-1:00pmLocation: Online via ZoomRSVP: Form below \n\nCalifornia’s End of Life Option Act is a law that allows eligible adults with a terminal illness and life expectancy of 6 months or less\, the legal right to request and self-administer a medication to end their life in a peaceful and dignified manner at a time of their choosing. \nConsidering California’s End of Life Option Act (Medical Aid in Dying) can bring up many questions. This workshop provides a compassionate\, practical overview of what it is actually like to navigate the process—from determining eligibility and making the required requests to understanding the timeline\, assessing symptoms along the way\, and deciding whether this option is right for you. We’ll also discuss how and when the medication is typically taken\, what the final day may look like\, and how patients and families can prepare emotionally and practically. Designed for individuals living with serious illness and their loved ones\, this presentation offers real-world guidance to help you make informed decisions with greater clarity and confidence. \n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker: Amy Yoffe\, LCSW is a hospice social worker and psychotherapist who has specialized in end-of-life care since 2006. In addition to her private practice\, where she provides psychotherapy for individuals facing serious illness\, grief\, caregiving\, and anticipatory loss\, Amy provides bedside clinical support to patients and families through the final stages of life. She has extensive experience guiding individuals and their loved ones through California’s End of Life Option Act (Medical Aid in Dying)\, helping them navigate the emotional\, relational\, and practical aspects of this deeply personal decision with compassion and respect. Amy received her Master of Social Work degree from UCLA in 1995. \n\n\n\n\nZoom link provided upon registration. \n\n\nDownload the flyer here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n 8/20 California’s End of Life Option Act: What to Expect Workshop\n \n \n Personal InformationName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)How did you hear about this workshop?(Required)\n \n CSC Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara’s Weekly Newsletter “Community Connect”\n \n \n CSC Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara’s Website\n \n \n Social Media\n \n \n Doctor’s Office\n \n \n Community Center\n \n \n Friend/Family\n \n \n Volunteer/Staff Member\n \n \n Other\n \n \n Cancer Support Community South Bay\n \n \n Cancer Support Community Los Angeles\n \n \n Cancer Support Community Greater San Gabriel Valley\n Additional Program InformationThe following information will ONLY be used for funding purposes and program assessment with NO identifying information.Zip Code(Required)I am a(Required)Person who has cancerPerson who had cancerSupport person/family memberBereaved person (who has lost a loved one to cancer)Healthcare professionalOtherGender Identity(Required)ManNonbinaryTransmanTranswomanWomanOtherRace/Ethnicity(Required)\n \n Asian/Pacific Islander\n \n \n Black/African American (non-Hispanic)\n \n \n Black-Hispanic\n \n \n American Indian/Alaska Native/First Nations\n \n \n White-Hispanic\n \n \n White (non-Hispanic)\n \n \n Other\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  URL:https://cancersupportvvsb.org/event/online-workshop-californias-end-of-life-option-act-what-to-expect/ CATEGORIES:Workshop and Social Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T130000 DTSTAMP:20260723T234115Z CREATED:20260723T234115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T234115Z UID:10014986-1787832000-1787835600@cancersupportvvsb.org SUMMARY:IN-PERSON WORKSHOP SERIES: Alexander Technique DESCRIPTION:  \n\nProgram Type: Alexander Technique\, Physical Stress Relief for People Impacted by Cancer (2-part series)Day & Time: Thursday\, August 27th and Thursday\, September 3rd; 12:00pm-1:00pmLocation: CSCVVSB Office: 4195 E Thousand Oaks Blvd.\, #107\, WLV 91362Phone: 805-379-4777 \n\n\n\n\nThe Alexander Technique is an educational approach to changing functional patterns of movement in daily life. It was developed in England over 100 years ago by F.M. Alexander. In this class\, Shula will gently guide you to observe and remove unnecessary muscular tension\, physical stress\, and other patterns which interfere with balance\, ease\, and mobility during sitting\, standing\, bending\, and walking. We’ll end the class with lying down on the mats in the semi-supine\, Active Rest position. \nInstructor Information:Shula Sendowski started her journey with the Alexander Technique\, completing her training at the Alexander Training Institute of L.A. in 1991. She holds certifications from both ATI-LA and the American Society for the Alexander Technique. With her experience\, Shula has worked online\, in person\, and with a variety of diverse populations. \nTo download the flyer\, click here.Please fill out the form below. Should you have any questions please email programs@cancersupportvvsb.org or call the office at 805-379-4777 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Alexander Technique (2-part series)\n \n \n Personal InformationName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)How did you hear about this workshop?(Required)Select OneCSC Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara's weekly newsletter "Community Connect"CSC Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara's websiteSocial mediaDoctor's officeCommunity centerFamily/FriendVolunteer/Staff memberOtherCancer Support Community South BayCancer Support Community Los AngelesCancer Support Community Greater San Gabriel ValleyI plan to attend (select all that apply):(Required)\n \n Thursday\, August 27th\n \n \n Thursday\, September 3rd\n Additional Program InformationThe following information will ONLY be used for funding purposes and program assessment with NO identifying information.Zip Code(Required)I am a(Required)Person who has cancerPerson who had cancerSupport person/family memberBereaved person (who has lost a loved one to cancer)Healthcare professionalOtherGender Identity(Required)ManNonbinaryTransmanTranswomanWomanOtherRace/Ethnicity(Required)\n \n Asian/Pacific Islander\n \n \n Black/African American (non-Hispanic)\n \n \n Black-Hispanic\n \n \n American Indian/Alaska Native/First Nations\n \n \n White-Hispanic\n \n \n White (non-Hispanic)\n \n \n Other\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://cancersupportvvsb.org/event/in-person-workshop-series-alexander-technique-2/2026-08-27/ CATEGORIES:Workshop and Social Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260903T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260903T130000 DTSTAMP:20260723T234115Z CREATED:20260723T234115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T234115Z UID:10014987-1788436800-1788440400@cancersupportvvsb.org SUMMARY:IN-PERSON WORKSHOP SERIES: Alexander Technique DESCRIPTION:  \n\nProgram Type: Alexander Technique\, Physical Stress Relief for People Impacted by Cancer (2-part series)Day & Time: Thursday\, August 27th and Thursday\, September 3rd; 12:00pm-1:00pmLocation: CSCVVSB Office: 4195 E Thousand Oaks Blvd.\, #107\, WLV 91362Phone: 805-379-4777 \n\n\n\n\nThe Alexander Technique is an educational approach to changing functional patterns of movement in daily life. It was developed in England over 100 years ago by F.M. Alexander. In this class\, Shula will gently guide you to observe and remove unnecessary muscular tension\, physical stress\, and other patterns which interfere with balance\, ease\, and mobility during sitting\, standing\, bending\, and walking. We’ll end the class with lying down on the mats in the semi-supine\, Active Rest position. \nInstructor Information:Shula Sendowski started her journey with the Alexander Technique\, completing her training at the Alexander Training Institute of L.A. in 1991. She holds certifications from both ATI-LA and the American Society for the Alexander Technique. With her experience\, Shula has worked online\, in person\, and with a variety of diverse populations. \nTo download the flyer\, click here.Please fill out the form below. Should you have any questions please email programs@cancersupportvvsb.org or call the office at 805-379-4777 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Alexander Technique (2-part series)\n \n \n Personal InformationName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)How did you hear about this workshop?(Required)Select OneCSC Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara's weekly newsletter "Community Connect"CSC Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara's websiteSocial mediaDoctor's officeCommunity centerFamily/FriendVolunteer/Staff memberOtherCancer Support Community South BayCancer Support Community Los AngelesCancer Support Community Greater San Gabriel ValleyI plan to attend (select all that apply):(Required)\n \n Thursday\, August 27th\n \n \n Thursday\, September 3rd\n Additional Program InformationThe following information will ONLY be used for funding purposes and program assessment with NO identifying information.Zip Code(Required)I am a(Required)Person who has cancerPerson who had cancerSupport person/family memberBereaved person (who has lost a loved one to cancer)Healthcare professionalOtherGender Identity(Required)ManNonbinaryTransmanTranswomanWomanOtherRace/Ethnicity(Required)\n \n Asian/Pacific Islander\n \n \n Black/African American (non-Hispanic)\n \n \n Black-Hispanic\n \n \n American Indian/Alaska Native/First Nations\n \n \n White-Hispanic\n \n \n White (non-Hispanic)\n \n \n Other\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://cancersupportvvsb.org/event/in-person-workshop-series-alexander-technique-2/2026-09-03/ CATEGORIES:Workshop and Social Activity END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR